$299,000
SOLD JUN 30, 2025

6 N Melrose Ave Elgin, IL 60123

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,386 Sq Ft
6,599 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$216 Per Sq Ft

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Bonus Room
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of June 2025

Charming Brick, 3 bedrm 2 bth home with so many updates! Beautiful wood floors in all bedrooms, LR & DR. 6 panel wood doors. Finished basement has additional partial kitchen,rec room and bath. All piping replaced with copper. H20 Heater new 2024, newer mechanicals, all windows are newer except kitchen and porch. Woodburning FP in LR. Large 2nd floor master suite with full bath and walk in closet. 2 floored attic spaces for more storage. Great 3 season porch off back with French doors. Roof 2011! There is a 2 story shed in the fenced backyard that need work, a great place for kids to play. Garage has a attic for more storage.Many GREAT features about this home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gloria Jenson

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate License #475128513 Listed on: 05/09/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Ernestina Preciado

RE/MAX 10 License #475147360

RE/MAX 10

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,122

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 6,599 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x132
  • Fenced
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 1.5 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,386 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Older Brick

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,122

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • LivingArea: 1386
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch, Bonus Room
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 289000
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1.5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 46

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1515
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X132
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 3
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3121.7
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 9, 2025
Closed on
Jun 5, 2025
Sold by
Carrillo-Tarango Rodolfo and Carrillo-Tarango Luz M
Bought by
Cortez Miguel
Seller's Agent
Gloria Jenson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Ernestina Preciado
RE/MAX 10
Sold Price
$299,000
Views
9

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-12.27%
Original Mortgage
$293,584
Outstanding Balance
$293,331
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
-$531

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 24, 2015
Closed on
Jun 15, 2015
Sold by
Vasilescu Maria
Bought by
Carrillo Tarango Sr Rodolfo and Arrillo Tarango Luz M
Seller's Agent
Jean Sauer Ferron
Century 21 New Heritage - Hampshire
Buyer's Agent
Gloria Jenson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
List Price
$140,000
Sold Price
$140,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.84%
Original Mortgage
$137,464
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2011
Sold by
U S Bank National Association
Bought by
Vasilescu Emilian and Vasilescu Maria

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2010
Sold by
Acevedo Samuel
Bought by
Us Bank National Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2004
Sold by
Hachtel Barbara L
Bought by
Acevedo Samuel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,900
Interest Rate
7.99%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 2003
Sold by
Hachtel Barbara L and Bierman Barbara L
Bought by
Hachtel Barbara L and Barbara L Hachtel Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 2002
Sold by
Bierman Gary A
Bought by
Bierman Barbara L and Hachtel Barbara L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,500
Interest Rate
6.5%
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $299,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $140,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Special Warranty Deed $77,500 Premier Title
Sheriffs Deed -- Premier Title
Deed $182,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $293,584 FHA
Previous Owner $31,781 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $126,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $137,464 FHA
Previous Owner $85,186 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $172,900 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $38,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $80,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $299,000 +113.6% $216 / Sq Ft
05/22/2025 05/22/25 Pending -- -- --
06/15/2015 06/15/15 Sold $140,000 0.0% $101 / Sq Ft
04/26/2015 04/26/15 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2015 04/24/15 For Sale $140,000 -- $101 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,212 $85,627 $14,313 $71,314
2023 $5,912 $77,358 $12,931 $64,427
2022 $5,596 $70,537 $11,791 $58,746
2021 $5,348 $65,947 $11,024 $54,923
2020 $5,195 $62,956 $10,524 $52,432
2019 $5,041 $59,970 $10,025 $49,945
2018 $3,872 $45,161 $9,444 $35,717
2017 $3,774 $42,693 $8,928 $33,765
2016 $3,584 $39,608 $8,283 $31,325
2015 -- $36,304 $7,592 $28,712
2014 -- $35,856 $7,498 $28,358
2013 -- $36,802 $7,696 $29,106
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12362095

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-15-406-014